Tropical moisture fuels week of scattered showers and thunderstorms
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Last updated: May 25, 2026
Jacksonville and surrounding areas are experiencing persistent showers and storms due to tropical moisture, leading to warm and humid conditions. This rainfall is crucial for mitigating an ongoing severe and exceptional drought across much of the region.
- The forecast indicates continued chances of rain and storms through the week and into the weekend, with temperatures hovering near 90 degrees.
- Any storms that develop are expected to be slow-moving, potentially bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and frequent lightning.
- Overnight, patchy fog is anticipated, particularly in areas that experienced storm activity.
- Memorial Day will mirror Sunday's weather pattern with partly to mostly cloudy skies and a high near 90 degrees, though storm coverage may be less widespread.
- Tropical moisture will sustain widespread rain and storm chances throughout the week.
- Accumulation of several inches of rain is possible later next week and into the following weekend due to an area of low pressure and a front.
- This rainfall is highly beneficial, given that most of the area remains under an extreme drought classification, with exceptional drought persisting in some locations.
- However, portions of Nassau and Camden Counties have seen their drought status downgraded to severe due to recent rainfall.
